1. Welcome to FSD!

2. A little about me… Ms. Sarah I come from Brighton, England and I have been teaching for 18 years. Some of my past experience includes: class teacher in year groups from FS to Year 6; SENCO; Deputy Head ; Lead Maths teacher and Head of FS and KS1. I have taught in a range of schools including another International School in Valencia, Spain. My husband works in Year 1 as EAL instructor and I have a daughter in Year 2.

3. Ms Judith Ms Sarah In Learning Zone 3 your teaching team are… Ms. Gloy Ms. Meena Ms Kwan Ms Sharran

4. Swimming Coach Will, Khun Took, Khun Aek. Music Mrs Ishanti PE Miss Annie EAL Instructor Ms. Pla

5. Daily Routine Before doors open, place bags on the mat outside. Doors open at 7:30am for our Soft Start routine. Red book on the table, bags in cubby, water bottle, self-register and feelings cups. Come and share your child’s learning or observe how the teachers interact with the children in our Soft Start (7.30-8am) Photographs on ‘special days’ only please

6. Separation Separation - We know that separating in the morning can be a tricky time. Please ensure that you say good bye to your child before leaving, this helps to build routine and cues to aid separation. Once you have said goodbye, ensure you are out of sight.

7. Daily Routine Snack - We drink white milk and have a fruit snack every day during free-flow Water – Please bring in a named, full water bottle every day Lunch at 11:30am - We eat in the canteen. The children are encouraged to eat healthily and try new things, whilst being independent and serving themselves.

8. Daily Routine 7.30am: Soft Start 8am: Carpet session (small groups – CLL focus) 8.30am: Free Flow – learning through play 9.30am: Letters and Sounds 10am: Free Flow – learning through play 11am: Carpet Time 11.30am: Lunchtime

9. Daily Routine 12pm: Playtime 12.30pm: Back to class - carpet time 12.50pm: Free Flow / Focus groups 1.50pm: Home Time

10. Daily Routine End of the day - children are expected to leave the outdoor area by 2pm. Please ensure that these resources are left neatly tidied away. If you are waiting to collect other children feel free to go for a smoothie or read a story in the library.

11. Reading and Phonics Phonics: 4 times a week, taught in small groups (further guidance will be shared in parent teacher conferences, in the newsletter and through your child’s home-school books) Shared Reading: Sharing a big book with the whole class – the children are encouraged to join in with the story and develop their early reading skills Group Reading: Twice a week in small groups the children explore a range of texts with the teacher or teaching assistant. Library / Book change Ns/FS1 – Once a week change library book FS2 – Twice a week change library book, once or twice for ORT Please bring in book bags daily

12. Swimming and PE Swimming on a Tuesday and Thursday- all kits and towels named please! Children place bags inside the swimming basket. Flip-flops stay at school. Goggles are required and hair tied back please and swimming caps for long hair. 3 consecutive absences from swimming will require a note from the doctor. P.E on a Friday

13. Our Golden Rules and the I.B Learner Profile The Primary school has a list of ten, we however are going to focus on five of them… Caring Communicators Risk - Takers Inquirers Thinkers For Term 1a our IB focus is CARING We are care about… Each other Our learning environment Our learning Ourselves

14. Home School Partnership Initial parent teacher meeting Parent Conference every 8 weeks to share your child’s progress and share new targets Regular parent workshops and open mornings Home School reading program

15. Learning Journeys / ILD Celebrate your child’s progress and development. To mark significant achievements and outline next steps. Parent contributions are a crucial component. Don’t forget to return them if you have one at home.

16. Uniform and Equipment Sunhats labelled with your child’s name and class placed in cubbies. Please bring them to school on Monday and take them home on a Friday for a weekend wash!

17. Shoes! A closed toe sandal with a strap around the heal and Velcro fastening in a dark colour. OR black leather (or imitation leather) shoes with Velcro fastening and white socks.

18. Communication Welcome to Foundation Stage Booklet (emailed the link) ‘Red Books’ - Please check them daily for notes or messages. Transport - If arrangements change please inform us via the red book (not email as often too late) but contact the Transport Department via email.

19. Communication Parent’s Gateway - Please check that your child’s medical information is up to date. Email addresses / contact details up to date. (Holiday forms from Reception). Email – sadi@patana.ac.thsadi@patana.ac.th Please let us know if routines are changing and we can support your child at school. We will try to respond within 24 hours where possible!

20. Communication Weekly newsletters and Patana news. Class Blogs – updated once a week, sharing your child’s learning experiences and also providing some useful guidance on how to support your child’s learning at home.

21. Phone Numbers Primary Office: +66 (0) 2785 2257 Foundation Stage Office: +66 (0) 2785 2265 FS Learning Zones 1 and 2: +66 (0) 2785 2266 FS Learning Zone 3 and 4: +66 (0) 2785 2265

22. General Information Birthdays - We love to celebrate birthdays! Cupcakes always go down a treat (small ones please!). No nuts please, life-threatening risk for children in FS. No sweets /toys Class mascot – Elvie the Elephant and Freddy Teddy.

23. FS2 ECAS I n FS2 students will have the opportunity to sample the ECA programme from Block 2 onwards. In Block 1 we focus on settling into a good school routine and becoming accustomed to the longer school day. The ECA programme in FS2 includes Swimming, Gymnastics and Music. More information will be provided later in the Term including schedules and how to apply for a place.

24. Dress Up Days Friday 2 nd October: Tiger Spirit Day Tuesday 10 th November: International Day Wednesday 25 th November: Loi Krathong Wednesday 16 th December: FS Christmas Celebration

25. Supporting your Child at Home Set clear routines and boundaries. Independence - Packing their own bags, getting dressed Real-life experiences such as cooking, setting the table, gardening Importance of home language Sharing books Singing songs Play An early bedtime (we recommend no later than 7:30pm)

26. Any volunteers for a class parent? Just let us know.